SMOKING IS INJURIOUS TO HEALTH.
No one can deny this!!
How many times the Lord's gently reminded you to QUIT SMOKING,
But you've been putting it off??
The Lord knows it defiles your body & it's not good for your health.
That's why even manufacturers too are forced to put that message on the cigarette boxes.
I am burdened to pray for friends and loved ones who still smoked and think it's ok. Pray the Lord will enlighten them to the truth that smoking is "INJURIOUS TO HEALTH" and that their body is the "Temple of the HOLY SPIRIT"
It may be hard to quit smoking..but surely not impossible.
I just happened to read this article on-line and sharing it with you all. Pray someone out there is blessed.
Before reading the articles below..just know that God wants to help people who are struggling to quit this habit.
Just "Pray" & reach out to JESUS.
1 Corinthians 10: 13
ReplyDelete"No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it."
Remember...
1) Wrong desires and temptations happen to everybody..so don't feel singled out.
2) Others have resisted and overcome temptations,
3) Any temptaion can be resisted (even the temptation to take a puff) can be resisted
because God will help you
4) Make the right choices!!
5) Run away from tempting situation and places.
So can you!!!
God Bless,
Julie
It's high time we raised an alarm against smoking.
ReplyDeleteSmoking is Injurious to health & that's why the manufactures are asked print that message on every cigarette packet.
Today renew your pledge to quit smoking...If you have tried to quit smoking and failed before, take comfort in the fact that most smokers fail several times before quitting successfully.
Your past failures are not a lesson that you are unable to quit. Instead, view them as part of the normal journey toward becoming a nonsmoker.
Quit the habit.
Remember - you can do it!
ReplyDelete1. Deep Breathing Perhaps The Single Most Powerful And Important Technique:
Every time you want a cigarette, do the following. Do it three times.
Inhale the deepest lung-full of air you can, and then, very slowly, exhale. Purse your lips so that the air must come out slowly. As you exhale, close your eyes, and let your chin gradually sink over onto your chest. Visualize all the tension leaving your body, slowly draining out of your fingers and toes, just flowing on out.
This is a variation of a yoga technique and is very relaxing. If you practice this, you'll be able to use it for any future stressful situation you find yourself in. And it will be your greatest weapon during the strong cravings sure to assault you over the first few days.
2. Taking In Fluids:
The first few days, drink LOTS of water and fluids to help flush out the nicotine and other poisons from your body.
Remember that the urge to smoke only lasts a few minutes, and will then pass. The urges gradually become farther and farther apart as the days go by.
3. Stay Away From Alcohol, Sugar And Coffee
Do your very best to stay away from alcohol, sugar and coffee the first week or longer, as these tend to stimulate the desire for a cigarette. Avoid fatty foods, as your metabolism will slow down a bit without the nicotine, and you may gain weight even if you eat the same amount as before quitting. So discipline about diet is extra important now. No one ever said acquiring new habits would be easy!
Nibble on low calorie foods like celery, apples and carrots. Chew gum or suck on cinnamon sticks.
Stretch out your meals; eat slowly and wait a bit between bites.
After dinner, instead of a cigarette, treat yourself to a cup of mint tea or a peppermint candy.
4.Taking An Oral Substitute
In one study, about 25% of quitters found that an oral substitute was invaluable. Another 25% didn't like the idea at all - they wanted a clean break with cigarettes. The rest weren't certain.
One can use cinnamon sticks, chewing gum as a substitute. You will mostly find that after the first week of being a non smoker, you wouldn't even need these.
5. Get Exercising
Go to a gym, sit in the steam, exercise. Change your normal routine – take time to walk or even jog around the block or in the local park.
6.Pamper Yourself
Get a one hour massage, take a long bath - pamper yourself. Get yourself involved in a hobby.
7. Ask For Support
Ask for support from co-workers, friends and family members. Ask for their tolerance.
Let them know you're quitting, and that you might be edgy or grumpy for a few days.
If you don't ask for support, you certainly won't get any. If you do, you'll be surprised how much it can help. Take a chance - try it and see!
Ask friends and family members not to smoke in your presence. Don't be afraid to ask. This is more important than you may realize.
Ask for prayers!!
8. Destroy All Your Cigarettes
On your quit day, hide all ashtrays and destroy all your cigarettes, preferably with water, so no part of them is smokeable.
9. Write It Down
Write down ten good things about being a nonsmoker - and then write out ten bad things about smoking. Do it. It really helps.
10. Don’t Pretend
Don't pretend smoking wasn't enjoyable – it was. This is like losing a good friend – and it's okay to grieve the loss. And let Go!!!
Feel that grief, don't worry, it's okay. Feel, and you heal. Stay with it - you can do it!
11. Affirm Yourself
Several times a day, quietly repeat to yourself the affirmation, "I am a nonsmoker." Many quitters see themselves as smokers who are just not smoking for the moment. They have a self-image as smokers who still want a cigarette.
Silently repeating the affirmation "I am a nonsmoker" will help yo
Inspiring, Reflective thank you for sharing julie...hugs
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God Bless you woman of God! I don't smoke, but there is a situation in my life that what you wrote about, really opened my eyes more to help me change even more! I have been over weight since High School and trying to lose weight, has been very difficult. However, I made a commitment this week I am starting a new and I am going to lose this weight! I have been working out this week and I have a healthier diet. This blog really help give me more strength to continue my journey to lose weight, so I just wanted to say Thank you for your obedience to the Holy spirit, to write this blog! Although I don't know you that well, THANKS!! May the Lord continue to turn his face towards you and give you peace!
ReplyDeleteBryan.....with God's help you will loose weight...
ReplyDeleteIt's good to be fit & healthy as we can serve God better.
Ther Bible says He restores our youth & strength like an Eagles....HE DOES THAT!!
I'm a living witness to that...!!
If you need some health tips..you may find some in my health & Beauty tip folders on the Home Page.
Be Blessed......
Before eating any food..just pray as ask the Lord to take any any unwanted fat, toxins etc....
Dink lot of water...& hot water when ever you can, it helps to cleanse our system.....
We have such a loving Abba Father, who cares for all our needs & concerns....
God Bless you,
Julie
That's great Bryan. Hope you'll find relief from your earhtly worries. Just keep on doing what is right for your body. Remember the Kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of peace and joy in the Holy Ghost.
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Nothing has a bigger effect on how you feel than how good your health is. Many people think they can reason their way around bad health, but it's next to impossible. No matter how good your logic, a toothache is going to give you a bad day. And that's true for lesser health problems also.
Bad eating habits, smoking, drugs, lack of exercise and other abuses of your body add up to a less satisfying life. You don't have to stick to rabbit food and run five miles a day in order to enjoy good health. Small changes can have a big effect - walking instead of driving, fresh fruit and vegetables instead of french-fries on the side, time outdoors instead of always in front of the screen, and so on. For most people, good health is relatively easy to achieve and well-worth pursuing
hi julie, i smoke, and i will quite someday, i just dont understand why i do , but i have since i was 11yrs old. my dumbness looks at it like it is herbs from the ground to make it better, but i know it is not. please pray for me to stop someday. love you so, vee
ReplyDeleteWhere there is a will there is a way Vee..
ReplyDeleteWhen you seriously desire to quit & pray about it..the Lord will surely set you free...
Pray you seek God's help & find total victory in this area.....
Take care of your body dear Vee.....
Smoking is injurious for health....
ReplyDeleteLet's heed that warning....
Praying this day for those strugging with this habit and those trying hard to quit,,,,,,
STOP SMOKING IT IS INJURIOUS TO HEALTH!!!
ReplyDeleteNicotine is A Powerful Addiction.
ReplyDeleteQuitting is hard but not impossible.
PRAYER: The Single Most Powerful And Important Technique.
Pray & ask God to help you.
But He'll only help when one accepts to have a problem with this addiction & come before Him.
He will set you free when your heart is willing to let go. He will give you the self control to say 'No'
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